Long before he became a baseball legend, Jimmie Foxx was a farm boy from Sudlersville in Queen Anne’s County. Born in 1907 to tenant farmers Dell and Mattie Foxx, Foxx grew up on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, where he developed a love of baseball and a remarkable talent for it. He was also an accomplished track and soccer athlete at Sudlersville High School, even setting Maryland state records in the 80- and 220-yard dashes. At just…

When it comes to fall, Maryland has no shortage of scenic spots to admire changing leaves, but one county is getting national attention for its autumn scenery. Allegany County, Maryland, was recently named the No. 2 Best Place to Visit for Fall in USA TODAY 10Best’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Tucked into the Appalachian Mountains of Western Maryland, Allegany County, known as the Mountain Side of Maryland, has now earned a spot on USA TODAY…

Big hair, bigger personalities, and a whole lot of Baltimore attitude! Hairspray has become one of the most recognizable movies associated with Charm City. But long before the story became a Broadway musical and a major motion picture, it began with one of Baltimore’s most iconic filmmakers: John Waters. Born in Baltimore and raised in the area, Waters developed a fascination with movies early on and eventually became known for his wildly unconventional films, distinctive…

What if you could step inside a building in Maryland that stood nearly 100 years before the United States became a country? You can—and it’s right here in Dorchester County. Tucked among the trees along Church Creek is a small brick church with a remarkable story. Old Trinity Episcopal Church is widely recognized as the oldest church building in the United States still standing and in regular use. Though its exact construction date is unknown,…

As the world’s best tennis players head to New York for the U.S. Open, there’s an impressive tennis story that began right here in Prince George’s County. In College Park, the Junior Tennis Champions Center (JTCC) has helped develop generations of young tennis players—but perhaps its most famous alumnus is Maryland native Frances Tiafoe. Tiafoe, who grew up in the College Park area, has a particularly special connection to JTCC. His father, Frances Sr., was…

Long before ghost tours and haunted attractions, St. Mary's County was home to one of Maryland's most enduring legends. According to local oral tradition, Moll Dyer was an older woman who lived alone near present-day Leonardtown during the harsh winter of 1697 or 1698. As disease spread through the community and crops failed, frightened residents searched for someone to blame. They accused Moll of witchcraft, chased her from her cabin, and burned her home. Days…

This year, the United States marked the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Among the 56 men who signed the document in 1776 were four Marylanders: Charles Carroll of Carrollton, Samuel Chase, William Paca, and Thomas Stone. Each of these men represented a different part of colonial Maryland and left a lasting mark on our state’s history. Charles Carroll of Carrollton — Anne Arundel County Born in Annapolis in 1737, Charles…

Blue crabs, the Baltimore oriole, and black-eyed Susans are all well-known symbols of Maryland, but did you know the state's official drink is milk? In 1998, the Maryland General Assembly officially designated milk as the state drink to recognize the lasting contributions of Maryland's dairy industry and the generations of farmers who have helped shape the state's agricultural heritage. At the time, dairy farming was one of Maryland's leading agricultural industries, with hundreds of family-owned…

If you've ever watched Disney's Tuck Everlasting, you've already seen one of Maryland's most beautiful natural treasures on screen. Several scenes from the 2002 film were shot throughout the state, including one of the most memorable and iconic at Kilgore Falls in Harford County. There, the waterfall serves as the backdrop for the unforgettable scene where Winnie Foster and Jesse Tuck go swimming—a peaceful moment that captures the wonder and magic of their extraordinary story.…

In Allegany County, the mountain town of Frostburg adds a high-speed tradition to its Independence Day festivities: homemade derby cars racing down historic Main Street. Every Fourth of July, locals and visitors gather for the Frostburg Elks Derby Day, a beloved tradition that has become one of Allegany County's most unique celebrations. Now in its 49th year, the Frostburg Elks Derby Day transforms downtown Frostburg into a lively racecourse as more than 60 handcrafted derby…